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I bought this novel on a whim one day at work and have never regretted it. More a collegiate romance than a sprawling fantasy epic, Tam Lin does incorporate fantastical elements by syncing up with the traditional English ballad of the same name. Some may find it a wee bit intimidating because the author drops in classic literature references constantly and expects you to know the verses and authors she is referring to. Nevertheless, the characters are captivating and the plot kept me reading nonstop- I just couldn't bear to put it down! Also recommended is Dean's Juniper, Gentian, and Rosemary, a book that reworks another traditional British ballad.
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Inside the Walls of Troy: A Novel of the Women Who Lived the Trojan War by Clemence Mclaren
Autumn, February 22, 2009
Interesting take on the Trojan War, but I would strongly suggest Marion Zimmer Bradley's "The Firebrand" instead- it is far superior.Tam Lin by Pamela Dean
Autumn, April 1, 2008
I bought this novel on a whim one day at work and have never regretted it. More a collegiate romance than a sprawling fantasy epic, Tam Lin does incorporate fantastical elements by syncing up with the traditional English ballad of the same name. Some may find it a wee bit intimidating because the author drops in classic literature references constantly and expects you to know the verses and authors she is referring to. Nevertheless, the characters are captivating and the plot kept me reading nonstop- I just couldn't bear to put it down! Also recommended is Dean's Juniper, Gentian, and Rosemary, a book that reworks another traditional British ballad.(0 of 1 readers found this comment helpful)